What are Radiesse side effects?

What are some complications that could arise after a Radiesse procedure? Are there specific areas where it shouldn't be used?

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7 answers to “What are Radiesse side effects?”

A: Risks of Radiesse

By Otto Joseph Placik, MD - Chicago Plastic Surgeon

Radiesse has a relatively good safety profile.The consistency is firmer than the hyaluronics and that gives rise to some of the advantages and disadvantages.Because the product is firm, placement in the lips can result in palpable and visible nodules. It can be associated with granuloma formation creating... more

A: Radiesse is a stimulatory facial filler for nasolabial folds

By Raffy Karamanoukian, MD - Los Angeles Plastic Surgeon

Radiesse is a stimulatory filler that acts, in part, to stimulate your body to make collagen. All facial fillers, regardless of type, have risks including bruising, bleeding, needle puncture irritation, and host response. Radiesse has a high safety profile and can be used on the nasolabial folds with high... more

A: Radiesse or Radiance, stay away!

By Michael Law, MD - Raleigh-Durham Plastic Surgeon

Radiesse, first called Radiance, received FDA clearance for the soft tissue of the vocal cords and for urinary incontinence originally. It is derived from calcium hydroxyl appetite, a component of bone. Many patients have reported lumps, bumps, migration and deformities with this product. The result is not... more

A: Radiesse complications

By Steven Wallach, MD - Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

Radiesse should be avoided in the lips. They can form lumps and are difficult to treat. Most complications of Radiesse are due to lumps or irregularities from over injection. Some people can get granulomas or even infections. But this can happen with other fillers. Local bruising and swelling can occur too.

A: Stay Away From Radiesse in the Lips!

By Michael A. Persky, MD - Los Angeles Facial Plastic Surgeon

Hi Ski Momma, Radiesse should not be used in the lips as it can form lumps, bumps, and possible granulomas. It also should not be used in the lower eye lid hollows. It is excellent filler for the rest of the face. There is an increased incidence of bruising and swelling following treatments... more

A: Swelling and bruising and improper placement.

By David Shafer, MD - Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

Skimomma, This is a good question. Many patient have products injected into them, but have no idea what they are getting into. There are many great products, including Radiesse. However, it is great that you are seeking out this information so that you will be an informed patient. All fillers are injected... more

A: Radiesse hurts, but no pain, no gain.

By Robert M. Freund, MD - New York City Plastic Surgeon

Radiesse is a synthetic calcium hydroxyapatite filler. Calcium hydroxyapatite is the stuff that makes up your bone. The Radiesse people have made a synthetic version of this compound that is injected as a gel. The gel is great as a filler for deeper folds and wrinkles. It is great for the nasolabial folds,... more